Vegetation Management

The New York State Department of Public Service Office of Resilience, Nuclear Affairs, Security and Emergency Preparedness is soliciting proposals for qualified consultants to provide expert advice and training to staff regarding the policy and procedure for reviewing, analyzing, and benchmarking electric utility company distribution vegetation management practices. This state-wide engagement has a contract term of one year and is categorized as a discretionary procurement under 150,000 dollars. The project includes a Minority and Women Business Enterprise contracting goal of 30 percent. To be eligible, consultants must possess a minimum of 15 years of experience and training in electric utility vegetation management. Required expertise includes the development, administration, and evaluation of vegetation management contracts, as well as proficiency in associated permitting, remediation practices, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, consultants must demonstrate experience in developing and delivering safety procedures and guidelines for Occupational Safety and Health Administration compliance programs specifically related to electric transmission and distribution activities. Proposals for solicitation number 2139618 are due by October 27, 2026.